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< Back Julie Rodriguez Executive Vice President As Executive Vice President, Julie is accountable to the President for the full cycle of design, development, delivery, and improvement of programs. Julie executes and leads a continuous quality improvement process through the program and service areas. She currently serves as co-chair of the Race, Equity and Social Justice Committee for the Community Behavioral Healthcare Association and she sits on Governor Pritzker’s Committee for Illinois Adult-Use Cannabis Health Advisory. Julie received her Bachelor’s degree in child development and family studies from the University of Illinois in Champaign, her Master’s of Science in Applied Family & Child Studies from Northern Illinois University. She is also a state-licensed marriage and family therapist since 2001. Julies believes that Association House’s dedication to the community and appreciation for family are what makes the organization so special and drive her to work hard each day.

< Back Angela Mathew Angela Mathew is a Senior Manager in the Health Transformation practice at PwC. Angela has over 30 years experience in the healthcare industry and was fortunate to spend 15 years of her career at Mayo Clinic. Angela graduated with a RN, BSN from Viterbo University and earned her MBA through the Carlson School of Business at the University of Minnesota. Why I Serve? Angela is a very passionate leader in healthcare and is excited to serve as a board member for the Association House to promote health, wellness and educational opportunities. She is enthusiastic about the comprehensiveness of programs and mission of the Association House and looks forward to sustaining and growing the programs to meet the community's needs.

Want to learn more about what makes the Association House High School different? Fill out the interest form below and a member of our team will reach out.  Association House High School Interest Form Think Association House High School might be right for you? Want to learn more? Complete the form below and a member of our staff will reach out. Back To Other Forms Anchor 1

FLP works with young children of parenting students enrolled in our High School. We provide child care and education, family activities, and so much more! Family Literacy Program What We Do The Family Literacy Program works with children 6 weeks – 5 years old of parenting students enrolled in Association House High School. We help two generations grow at once. By providing daily on-site child care, early childhood education, family literacy activities, and parenting workshops, we support your family as a whole. How We Do It Early Childhood Education Activities: On a daily basis we provide kids with activities through our curriculum to make sure they are on track with their literacy and reading skills. Parent Workshops: Parent workshops are held on a weekly basis where we help parents gain knowledge and skills on how to be their child’s first and lifelong teacher, as well as parenting skills. Parent and Child Activity Time (PACT): PACT activities help review skills learned in workshops and provide a time for our parents and children to bond while reading. Library Services: Once a month, we take our families to the Richard M. Daley Library to grab books and learn about other services the library offers. Action for Children Benefits: Our staff works to help parents with linkage, assistance, and support in accessing and applying for Action for Children benefits. We can help with locating and applying for child care services and state funding for child care. Parent Cooperative: A parent cooperative provides a safe space for parents to support one another and participate in activities. Internal and External Referrals: Association House has a wide variety of programs that staff can refer parents to. We try to provide help in all areas, to help you achieve whatever goals you may have. “I love the set up, I think it’s very important for me to know where my child is at and know how they are doing throughout the day. I know if I have anxiety or if she needs something, I can go straight down. It calms me knowing what she is doing and where she is while I’m in class trying to learn.” - Emily, Program Participant Hours Our schedule runs complimentary to the High School schedule which is Monday through Thursday 9:00 am to 3:30 pm and Fridays 9:00 am to 12:20 pm. For more information regarding enrollment or general questions, give us a call at 773-772-7170. Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Program Learn More High School Staff Learn More

< All Staff Mr. Santiago Duran School-Based Counselor How long have you worked as a counselor? I have worked in my field for over a year. What inspires you as a student mentor? I’ve always seen the strength and resilience of the youth since I was a kid. So then to be able to integrate my personality with my professional career is truly a blessing. It allows me to provide a safe space where the students feel heard and validated while being provided non-judgmental feedback/guidance. With this structure they can see and feel the power they hold within themselves to become as successful as they want to be and that in itself inspires me everyday in my position. What is one fun fact about you? I am a professional EAFC player and mental performance coach for Lotus 8, an E-sports organization based in Canada. Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

For more than a century, Association House has played a significant role in Chicago’s westside neighborhoods as one of the orginial settlement houses. History For more than a century, Association House of Chicago has played a significant and historic role in Chicago’s westside neighborhoods. Founded as a settlement house by Ellen Holt, a student of Jane Addams, Association House served as a landing place for new immigrants for decades. Today, Association House continues to serve thousands of families each year, through programs that promote health and wellness, advance education, and provide economic opportunity. Timeline Browse photos from our archives and explore the timeline below to learn about our 125-year-long history. 1899 to 1945 1946 to 1996 1997 to Present Back to Top 1900 1899 Association House was established as a community center, eager to meet the challenges of a diverse and growing immigrant neighborhood. Association House began to serve women and girls working in nearby factories. 1905 Daily attendance topped 1,000, and that summer more than 4,500 showers were taken at Association House. To respond to the growing need, founders laid the cornerstone of the new and expanded Association House building at 2150 West North Avenue. 1899 to 1945 1908 The reading room and library opened in the new building, and within two weeks 500 children had borrowed books. 1910 Early participants included many Scandinavians, Germans, Poles, and later, Russian Jews, reflecting changes in the 1910 census. Leadership welcomed the diversity and provided a place that celebrated all cultures and religions. 1915 With a generous estate gift from fellow founding organizer Susan Poxon, Association House opened Druce Lake Camp to provide a summer escape from the city for young girls and boys. 1926 1927 1926 Leadership facilitated financial security through a new partnership with the Church Extension Board of the Presbytery of Chicago. This partnership continued into the 1980s. 1927 The Women’s Auxiliary held its first meeting and advocated for support from Presbyterian churches and businesses. 1930 During the depression, funds were scarce but programs continued, including dental and nutrition services, manual training, and art and music classes. 1899 to 1945 1946 to 1996 1997 to Present Back to Top 1946 to 1996 1946 Alfred Rath became Executive Director in 1946 and served until 1963. He initiated programs for the persons with developmental disabilities and youth, both hallmarks of our services today. 1947 Ever multi-cultural, participants now represented 29 different nationalities. By 1950, Latinos would represent a significant new population. 1948 A pilot program providing education for children with developmental disabilities began. The program grew rapidly and catalyzed the formation of 17 other parent groups in Illinois and 350 groups across the country, ultimately helping to deinstitutionalize countless children. 1960 Caravanas de Verano, a summer outreach program that brought sports and recreation to youth in their own neighborhoods began. This program laid the groundwork for future expansion of teen programs. 1976 AHC began services in Child Welfare with a foster care program that started in 1976. 1977 Our first program funded by the state in Behavioral Health was the Family Center (now PSR) in 1977. PSR is a rehabilitative skill-building service for adults with serious mental illness or co-occurring psychiatric disorders and addictions. 1980 In this decade, youth programs rapidly expand, including job training, group homes, and Association House High School, then called El Cuarto Año. 1990 By 1990, Association House had expanded from 30 staff in the 1960s to more than 200, spread across multiple buildings. Participants were now predominantly Latino and African American. 1993 Harriet Sadauskas was named the twentieth Executive Director. A daughter of Polish immigrants, Harriet grew up at the House and had already worked in the programs since 1973. 1899 to 1945 1946 to 1996 1997 to Present Back to Top 1997 to Present 1997 The building at 1116 North Kedzie was acquired, providing much-needed space to consolidate growing programs and reduce rental costs. 1999 Association House celebrated its 100th year, bringing national attention to one of the longest continually operated settlement houses in the U.S. 2001 A new mission statement was adopted and services were re-organized into five program divisions, reflecting a structure that still exists today. 2005 The Opening Doors for a New Century capital campaign came to a successful close with more than $5 million raised for building renovations, programs, and endowment. 2006 Building on earlier training programs, the Career Center integrated adult basic education, sector-based bridge programs in growth industries, employment services, financial education and coaching, and income support services. 2007 Association House successfully coordinated a group of current Board Members and Board Alumni to form the 2007 Agency Mission Revision Task Force. They formed a new Mission Statement which adopted and approved. 2010 Due to instability in government funding, many child welfare agencies shuttered in the 2010s. In contrast, Association House used private funds to maintain our support of more than 150 children. 2012 Association House began comprehensive support services to transition individuals with mental health disorders and development disabilities from highly restrictive facilities to the community settings, where they now lead fulfilling independent lives. 2016 Association House became the Illinois provider of BankWork$, a nationally recognized financials careers training program helping to disrupt generational poverty through jobs training. Back to Top Related Content Mission & Inclusivity Learn More Impact Learn More Leadership Learn More

< All Staff Ms. Danielle Saguiped WIOA/YES Mentor How long have you been in your field? I have been a school mentor for 1 year. What inspires you as a mentor? Being able to form bonds with students and feeling that I’m a person of safety and trust for them. What is one fun fact about yourself? I love makeup & skincare! Related Content Afterschool Programs Learn More Mentoring Programs Learn More Curriculum Learn More

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< Back Lincoln Stannard Senior Director of Community Development Lincoln is a passionate community development practitioner and housing advocate. Over 7 years at LUCHA, he has overseen accomplishments including the completion of Tierra Linda and groundbreaking of Encuentro Square. As Director of Community Development, he has grown a project pipeline with the greatest number of units under development in LUCHA’s history. He brings a mission-centered approach, strong analytical skills and deep experience with a variety of project types and financing models. Lincoln began his career at the Chicago Community Loan Fund, where he managed construction lending for the City of Chicago’s Neighborhood Stabilization Program. He holds a Grow America Economic Development Finance Professional certification. Born and raised on Chicago’s West Side, Lincoln has called Logan Square home for 14 years. He has been active in local housing justice and tenant organizing projects, including time spent on the boards of the Here to Stay Land Trust and Somos Logan Square. An avid biker, his favorite destination in the city right now is the Montrose moonrise observation point on the lakefront.

Planning to make a donation? Check and see if your company offers a matching gift program. Increase the impact of your donation through corporate matching today. Matching Gifts How You Can Help Did you know many companies offer a matching gift program to encourage giving among their employees? And some companies also match gifts for spouses, retirees and part-time employees. You can increase the impact of your donation through corporate matching gifts. When you make a donation, your company can double or even triple the value of your generous gift. How It Works As always, we appreciate any contribution you are able to share, as it aids us in providing much needed services for our community. Questions? Email Drew Williams , Donor Experience Manager. Related Content Give Now Learn More Shop Our Wishlists Learn More Corporate Partnerships Learn More

We offer classes for education and economic improvement to help individuals stabilize their lives, build career confidence, and move towards self-sufficiency. Workforce Development Our Workforce Development programs offer classes for education and economic improvement. Our programs are designed to empower individuals to advance their knowledge and skills for employment. We adapt our programs to the needs of our community. We help with financial training, technology training, culinary training, and general employment. All our participants have access to support services to address barriers to success. Through these integrated programs, participants have the necessary tools to help stabilize their lives, build confidence in their careers, and move towards economic self-sufficiency. Association House Kitchen Association House Kitchen is a fast-paced, 8-week food preparation training and subsidized employment program. The program is designed to equip graduates for positions in restaurants, ghost kitchens, catering kitchens, and more. Learn More Tech#Ready Tech#Ready is a digital training program that offers courses in Microsoft Office Suite (MOS). The trainings work with Word and Excel. The students receive one-on-one tutoring that allows them to bring those skills into their jobs. Learn More Referral Form Know someone who would benefit from one of our Workforce Development programs? Fill out this form and a member of our team will reach out shortly. Referral Form Financial Careers Training Financial Careers Training prepares graduates for entry-level positions in local banks that pay living wages and offer opportunities for job advancement. The program builds on the skills and experience that participants already possess. Learn More NextJob NextJob is an online job search learning system that uses one-on-one job coaching and multimedia online learning to help people land jobs. The program incorporates video learning, the largest US job board, and mock interview tools. Learn More Clean Energy Jobs Clean Energy Jobs provides comprehensive training in construction and solar PV installation. After completing this program, graduates will have the skills needed to kickstart their careers in the field of renewable energy. Learn More Meet Our Staff Get to know our Workforce Development staff. Learn more about their background, interests, and passion for this work. Collectively, we offer a wealth of knowledge and expertise from career mentorship to program development. Learn More Success Stories Digital Inclusion Week: Meet Our Tech Team! Learn more about our amazing technology staff, who create digital equity in our neighborhood every day! Oct 10 4 min read Michael's Recipe for a Comeback: Recovery, Resilience, and Really Great Food How Michael transformed his life with Visions and the Association House Culinary Program. Jul 14 4 min read How Financial Careers Training Helped Jori Find a New Place in the World A devastating loss brought Jori to the House. Now, she's on a rewarding path she never expected. May 19 2 min read Partners & Funders

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